
One in six Britons think growth of Muslim population is ‘threat to UK culture’, study finds
One in six Britons believe Muslim population growth threatens UK culture, study finds.

The US and Iran have announced a framework peace deal to end their 15-week conflict, with Iran committing to halt military operations from Monday night. The deal aims to address contentious issues, including Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief.
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The US and Iran have announced a framework peace deal, expected to be signed later this week, that would bring their 15-week conflict to a tentative end, offering hope of relief for the Middle East and the world economy.
Iran said war and military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon, would end permanently from Monday night. Donald Trump announced the opening of the strait of Hormuz as well as the removal of the US naval blockade, but did not mention Lebanon.

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The deal includes an immediate 60-day period for technical talks on contentious issues like Iran's nuclear program and aims for broader agreements, including sanctions relief.
Iranian hardliners have expressed anger, claiming the deal does not ensure an end to sanctions or control over the strait of Hormuz.
Iran has committed to ending military operations in Lebanon permanently from Monday night as part of the peace deal.
Israel's defense minister stated that Israeli forces will remain in security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza indefinitely, despite being excluded from the talks.

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